The Heckscher Museum has partnered with the Museum Travel Alliance (MTA), a consortium of museums whose members are passionate about cultural travel. This partnership brings Art Circle members access to dozens of exciting domestic and international journeys to sublime art destinations, all led by world-renowned curators and scholars.
For 2024 and beyond, MTA offers unique, art-filled itineraries in fascinating locales, including a spectacular inside look at hidden art treasures in Oaxaca, Mexico City & Puebla: Ancient to Contemporary Art & Architecture. During this trip from January 12 to January 19, 2025, travelers will be led by Rika Burnham, leading theorist and practitioner of art museum gallery teaching. From ancient archaeological wonders to contemporary creativity, experience some of Mexico’s most significant historical and cultural treasures on an expert-guided journey through Oaxaca, Mexico City, and Puebla. Marvel at the awe-inspiring architecture of Oaxaca’s Templo de Santo Domingo de Guzmán, explore the grand plazas and pyramids of Monte Albán with exclusive access, and discover rare Mixtec artifacts at the Museo de las Culturas de Oaxaca. In Mexico City, unveil the secrets of ancient Mesoamerican civilizations on a private tour of the Museo Nacional de AntropologÃa and go behind the scenes of Frida Kahlo’s birthplace and former home, Casa Azul. Stand in awe before the world’s largest pyramid in Cholula and savor the delectable flavors of traditional Oaxacan and Pueblan cuisine throughout your journey.
Interested in booking an MTA trip? Art Circle members are invited to contact Caitlynn Schare at Schare@Heckscher.org or 631.380.3229 ext. 710 to learn more.
